Round 1 (No. 31 overall): Taco Charlton – Michigan DL

If you’ve read it once, you’ve probably read it a hundred times by now: Atlanta’s top draft priority has to be finding another edge rusher to pair with NFL sack champion Vic Beasley.

Charlton checks off that box and adds some other elements, as well. He can be moved inside in certain personnel packages, and we all know how much Dan Quinn loves versatility in his defensive players. Also, for what it’s worth Charlton told Vaughn McClure he’d love to play for the Falcons.

While this all sounds good, it’s important to note that Atlanta has not met with Charlton as of yet and no visits are scheduled. At this point in the game that’s usually an indicator that a team is just not that into you.

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Round 2 (No. 63 overall): Dan Feeney – Indiana G

The other major need on the Falcons’ roster is a new starting right guard to take Chris Chester’s place.

Unfortunately, this is not a deep draft class for offensive linemen and their options are pretty limited. That means Atlanta may have to use an early-round pick in order to get this done. A first-round pick might be a reach, so the No. 63 pick is an ideal spot to look for a guard.

If Western Kentucky’s Forrest Lamp is still on the board, he’d be the ideal candidate to replace Chester. However, if he’s not Feeney is probably the next best choice. He’s a solid run blocker with experience in a zone scheme and has athleticism to spare for a prospect his size.

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Round 3 (No. 95 overall): Dalvin Tomlinson – Alabama DT

Finally, Atlanta could also use an insurance policy at defensive tackle in case they are unable to re-sign Dontari Poe next year.

This isn’t a major hole, but it would be prudent to add a cheap tackle in this draft class. Tomlinson is one of the better ones, and at one point he was even considered a possible first-round pick. His draft stock has fallen off in recent weeks though and there’s a chance he could drop into the third round.

Tomlinson has great arm length and big hands that should give him plenty of leverage to use against NFL linemen. He may even command double teams some day down the line. Adding Tomlinson would be a luxury at No. 95, so if he’s still there don’t be shocked if the Falcons call his name.